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The network element must have the Finger service disabled.


Overview

Finding ID Version Rule ID IA Controls Severity
V-3079 NET0730 SV-15306r2_rule Low
Description
The finger service supports the UNIX finger protocol, which is used for querying a host about the users that are logged on. This service is not necessary for generic users. If an attacker were to find out who is using the network, they may use social engineering practices to try to elicit classified DoD information.
STIG Date
Perimeter Router Security Technical Implementation Guide Juniper 2017-06-29

Details

Check Text ( C-12702r2_chk )
Under the edit system services hierarchy, enter a show command to verify that the finger command is not present.
Fix Text (F-3104r4_fix)
Configure the device to disable the Finger service.